Craig Laday is a financial advisor with LPL Financial and holds a Series 63 designation. He has 38 years of industry experience, including 32 years at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., and seven years at LPL Financial. Outside of his advisory work, he owns a limited liability company that provides protection for watercraft. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by a broad network of investment adviser representatives.

Kelly Schulz is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Monmouth Beach, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 34 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2012. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on the board of trustees for the Monmouth Beach Bath and Tennis Club, contributing to the upkeep and activities of the private club. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kyle Abbot is a financial advisor at Edward Jones with 14 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Santander Securities, LLC and Merrill. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients, offering a range of advisory programs and investment solutions supported by a large nationwide network of financial advisors and branch offices.

John Rocco Jr. is a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 31 years of industry experience. He has worked with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009 and has been affiliated with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A.T since 2015. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm uses a structured planning process supported by proprietary tools and delivers a range of advisory programs without providing individual security recommendations as part of standalone plans.

Peter Thorne is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 24 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals and institutional clients with a wide range of advisory programs, including tailored financial planning and estate planning strategies. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and utilizes structured planning tools and firm‑approved methodologies to develop financial plans.

Brian Galarza is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christopher DeLuca is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2025. He previously worked as a Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments in 2025 and as a Financial Service Representative from 2024 to 2025. In his current position, Christopher focuses on helping clients align their financial objectives with their priorities by co-creating tailored plans. He provides clear and strategic guidance to support clients in making informed and confident financial decisions. Christopher emphasizes building meaningful, long-term relationships to ensure clients feel secure throughout their financial journey. Outside of his professional role, Christopher has interests that include fitness, golf, running, reading, enjoying social events with friends, and exploring food.

Mark Morris is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the professional designation of Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). Mark has completed his Bachelor's Degree from Seton Hall University. His role focuses on providing financial advice and planning services to clients. Further details about his experience, personal interests, or community involvement are not provided.

Kevin Birkner is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2016 to 2020 before joining Morgan Stanley in 2020. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs to individuals and institutional clients, offering tailored financial planning and managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm’s planning process utilizes structured discovery conversations and approved tools, with a focus on advisory services rather than individual security recommendations.

James Yuka Jr. is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Point Pleasant, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, Merrill, and Ameriprise. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, with a focus on combining advisory services and a broad range of non-advisory financial activities.

Mark Thompson is a CFP® with 14 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors since 2023. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Clearing Services LLC and PineBridge Securities LLC. He holds partial ownership in Marinus Financial LLC and sole ownership of MKThompson LLC, both investment-related ventures. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser affiliated with Wells Fargo, providing investment and financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm offers a broad planning menu covering various life stages and specialized needs, delivering tailored recommendations through Wells Fargo research and tools.

Donna Cleveland is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Red Bank, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 31 years of industry experience. Her career includes prior roles at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC, TD Wealth Management Services Inc., and Cetera Investment Services LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm combines in-house research and third-party analytics to support its investment approach and offers a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

James Quirk is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 1999, including its period as AXA Advisors, LLC. Outside of advising, he serves as an on-field official for the National Football League. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and asset-management services to a broad client base including individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a range of advisory programs and third-party managers, focusing on matching client needs with appropriate investment models and services.

Stephen Borriello Jr. is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities who holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has 24 years of industry experience. He has been with J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. since 2016 and previously worked at the NY Daily News in 2017. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services mainly to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors through its Institutional Consulting Services program, combining quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applying an ESG eligibility framework in its recommendations.

Colin Rath is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Freehold, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliate since 2015. Rath serves on the Board of Directors of Virtual Letip Monmouth County, where he acts as Treasurer. Ameriprise provides a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, offering tailored written Recommendation Reports. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver these services through a centralized consulting team supporting its network of advisors.

Erin Mckane is a financial advisor at Fidelity with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and previously worked at J.P. Morgan Securities. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, employing a combination of fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to manage discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios.

Manjula Alagani is a financial advisor with LPL Enterprise holding a Series 66 designation and has been working in the industry since 2026. Prior to her current role, she was with Equitable Advisors, LLC, and has over a decade of experience at H&R Block. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to individual and high-net-worth clients, employer-sponsored retirement plans, banks, and corporate and charitable entities. The firm employs a model-driven investment approach and offers access to third-party asset managers, financial planning, and various affiliated services including trust custody and insurance product sales.

Gregory Davidson is a financial advisor at RBC Capital Markets with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at RBC Capital Markets Corporation since 2009 as well as City National Bank since 2022. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, serves individual and institutional clients with a variety of advisory programs that offer discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, custody, and brokerage services. The firm customizes investment strategies based on client risk profiles and utilizes a combination of in-house and third-party managers, offering integrated solutions including tax management and responsible investing options.

Mark Mclafferty is a CFP® and ChFC® credentialed advisor with 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2018 and previously held positions at Mass Mutual Investors Services and Metlife Securities. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member of the Woodbridge Chamber of Commerce and is involved in nonprofit activities. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services through a network of independent professionals, providing a range of portfolio management options and proprietary model strategies.

David Ricker is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Services in Point Pleasant, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and having 22 years of industry experience. Prior to joining UBS, he worked at Merrill for 14 years. Outside of his advisory role, he works part-time as a beer tender at Icarus Brewing in Brick, New Jersey. UBS Financial Services serves individual, corporate, and institutional clients through a range of brokerage and advisory offerings, combining institutional trading capabilities with wealth management services and proprietary research to tailor investment strategies.